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Volkswagen Golf

Green · Diesel · 2003 · 1,896 cc

LS03 LXTMOT history

LS03 LXT is a green diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 19 May 2003. Its MOT is valid until 29 May 2027 and it has passed 21 of 28 MOT tests, with 126,951 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 May 2026.

LS03 LXT green Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 29 May 2027
Mileage
126,951 mi
At MOT on 12 May 2026
MOT tests
28
21 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,697 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS03 LXT
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
19 May 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 May 2027
Latest MOT test
12 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS03 LXT was last recorded at 126,951 miles on 12 May 2026, 2,657 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
124,294 miles · 6 May 2025
Between the last two tests
2,657 miles
Average per year
3,697 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 126,951 miles
  • 2025 – 124,294 miles
  • 2024 – 122,664 miles
  • 2023 – 121,459 miles
  • 2022 – 120,309 miles
  • 2021 – 118,778 miles
  • 2020 – 116,703 miles
  • 2019 – 112,354 miles
  • 2018 – 108,423 miles
  • 2017 – 104,579 miles
  • 2016 – 100,696 miles
  • 2015 – 96,793 miles
  • 2014 – 92,455 miles
  • 2013 – 88,024 miles
  • 2012 – 83,735 miles
  • 2011 – 78,482 miles
  • 2010 – 72,192 miles
  • 2009 – 66,272 miles
  • 2008 – 61,717 miles
  • 2007 – 57,045 miles
  • 2006 – 53,020 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass126,951 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Power steering component has slight seepage from a component

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Mil may not be operating

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

28 tests since 12 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass126,951 miles (+2,657)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2027
    Odometer
    126,951 miles
    Test number
    979350035201
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  2. Pass124,294 miles (+1,630)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2026
    Odometer
    124,294 miles
    Test number
    552487335767
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  3. Pass122,664 miles (+1,205)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2025
    Odometer
    122,664 miles
    Test number
    715384639194
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  4. Pass121,459 miles (+1,150)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2024
    Odometer
    121,459 miles
    Test number
    758934948652
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated loose (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  5. Pass120,309 miles (+1,531)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2023
    Odometer
    120,309 miles
    Test number
    883998656862
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  6. Pass118,778 miles (+2,075)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2022
    Odometer
    118,778 miles
    Test number
    281874293969
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  7. Pass116,703 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2021
    Odometer
    116,703 miles
    Test number
    838775190022
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Fail116,687 miles (+4,333)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,687 miles
    Test number
    105346350894
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Pass112,354 miles (+3,931)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2020
    Odometer
    112,354 miles
    Test number
    870540767170
    • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both inner edges (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryMil may not be operating

  10. Pass108,423 miles (+3,844)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2019
    Odometer
    108,423 miles
    Test number
    217868043432
    • AdvisoryMil may not be operating

  11. Pass104,579 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2018
    Odometer
    104,579 miles
    Test number
    296078389088
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

  12. Fail104,579 miles (+3,883)1 failure2 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,579 miles
    Test number
    294283549776
    • FailureBrake servo vacuum pipe split (3.6.C.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryEngine oil on minimum level mark

  13. Pass100,696 miles (+3,903)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2017
    Odometer
    100,696 miles
    Test number
    750875982180
    • AdvisorySlight rear service brake imbalance

  14. Pass96,793 miles (+4,338)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2016
    Odometer
    96,793 miles
    Test number
    996385035123
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  15. Pass92,455 miles (+4,431)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2015
    Odometer
    92,455 miles
    Test number
    338452434130
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  16. Pass88,024 miles (+4,289)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2014
    Odometer
    88,024 miles
    Test number
    907319523120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass83,735 miles (+5,253)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2013
    Odometer
    83,735 miles
    Test number
    656302032104
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  18. Pass78,482 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2012
    Odometer
    78,482 miles
    Test number
    359524221137
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Fail78,482 miles (+6,290)1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,482 miles
    Test number
    847253121166
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Pass72,192 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2011
    Odometer
    72,192 miles
    Test number
    682765530169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail72,192 miles (+5,920)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,192 miles
    Test number
    753505730160
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

  22. Fail66,272 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,272 miles
    Test number
    554334039103
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  23. Pass66,272 miles (+4,555)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2010
    Odometer
    66,272 miles
    Test number
    754044939128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass61,717 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2009
    Odometer
    61,717 miles
    Test number
    662433548175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail61,716 miles (+4,671)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,716 miles
    Test number
    283322548144
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

  26. Pass57,045 miles (+4,025)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2008
    Odometer
    57,045 miles
    Test number
    544480057144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass53,020 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2007
    Odometer
    53,020 miles
    Test number
    882566936106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail53,020 miles1 failure1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,020 miles
    Test number
    244372036119
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Questions about LS03 LXT

Does LS03 LXT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS03 LXT is valid until 29 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS03 LXT?
The MOT on LS03 LXT is valid until 29 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS03 LXT done?
LS03 LXT was recorded at 126,951 miles at its MOT on 12 May 2026, an average of 3,697 miles a year.
Has LS03 LXT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS03 LXT has failed 7 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 14 May 2020.
Has the mileage on LS03 LXT ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on LS03 LXT find?
LS03 LXT passed its latest MOT on 12 May 2026 with 1 advisory: rear brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule.

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